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Thank you for for the video Ben. I'm considering upgrading to an Atlas Transfer Case vice a Rubicon for my JT Sport when I go to one ton axles and 42s. Do you think the Atlas Transfer Case would require me modifying my MetalCloak skid plates? Does the Atlas hang down significantly lower than a stock Rubicon transfer case?

This is a great video!! I have the same set-up ready to install on my 2003 Jeep TJ Rubicon. I bought a made-to-order Jeep highlander hardtop thru Bulldawg Mfg. This Jeep hardtop, made for overlanding, is designed to support 600lbs dynamic/800lbss static weight with no metal reinforcements or exoskeleton required. I have the same quick-release mounts that will hold my Rhino rack to the dual channels built into the jeep hardtop. I also have the small (batwing) 270 awning that will be mounted on the left side just like yours. I will top it off with the iKamper 3.0 mini (yet to purchase) but I had all the same questions you had because I knew I would have to come up with a unique mounting solution to ensure the ikamper cleared the awning in the fully open position. I did buy a rhino rack platform that was two inches wider than the one normally made for the TJ to give me more surface area (and spacing) to attach both. I feel I will have to hang the awning out further and low and then offset the tent to the right side (remember TJ is more narrow than the JL) but that is ok since it will help balance out the weight on each side of the Jeep, even though it may look a little odd. Anyway--thanks for posting this because it always helps your viewers like me!!

So I'm about to 6.4 swap my tj I have a second hand atlas 4 speed but I'm trying to figure out is the zf8hp trans (8 speed) my best for in between...? In other words is that what your running on this?😅 thanks

Hey how much clearance does the JT have?

Going up there this Saturday. Think I’ll skip the double headed dragon for now. Lmao

Ben, Im torn between building a hemi swapped gladiator or buying a preowned 392. I love the extra space in a Gladiator. Given you’ve experienced your brother’s Gladiator and your currently owned 392, have you ever thought about this ?

Looks good 👍

Gorgeous! Dana 60's Wow $$$ Dream Build right there brother. Mine is a work in progress. Only 38x13.50's with 5.13 Yukon gearing. Thinking bout doin Yukon Cromoly axle splines to reinforce. (Can't afford 60's). Thank you for explaining your brothers beautiful build.

Very cool. Thank you for taking me along! The Gladiator... 40's?

i need both !🔥😩 seriously though i have a gladiator 1/10th scale rc with portal axles an im just itchin to get a real on next

Great walk around, thanks for the video

Is this a diesel gladiator? Does he have any problems with overheating or has he done anything for extra cooling ?

Thanks for the honest input. Everyone keeps telling me to go with the nittos on my 23 Gladiator, I went another route like you had mentioned you almost did when you first got your jeep for yhe same reason. Everyone runs them haha

Nice trailer. How do you like the kitchen configuration on the Turtleback? I wished the stove was towards the end of the slider tray.

I am on the fence of getting an atlas case for my 392 but wanted to know what happens to the dash 4x4 info on the left? Does that still work?

No one ever shows the SWR reading? Its very high! Some of the readings depending on the type of antenna was up to 11.2 to 1... I had to strap a ground strap to the frame to get the SWR down to a reasonable match. Or find an antenna that does not require a ground plain? To much reflective wave back into the radio will destroy it. Just my take on the GMRS/HAM radio installs in jeeps.

Is that orange one a diesel?

Stock axles?

Thank your for the video! Im putting the pioneer backbone on my JLU this week with the Ikamper 3.0 i just purchased and i have 1 concern... will the 3.0 brackets/clamps hit the top of the jeeps roof? I couldnt quite tell if it did on yours. Thanks

Cool machine but why bob the bed (for the departure angle)? Seems like a waste. Rather get a Wrangler then.

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Ive got a 23zero. I put mine on my humvee trailer. It runs the same wherl and tire as my hunvees. Very convenient

The owyhees are nice because of how sandy it is. I wonder where the snowline is. Im in Parma ans i can usually see the line from my house. Its fun to go up and play on the snow drifts. Cant believe how mild the winter was

Two headed dragon. I took a stock yamaha rhino up that in 2005. Snapped 2 cv axels, but got up. The water fall at the bottom was great. The really tricked out rigs stayed right at the Y.

These Gladiators are so cool!

I flattened my right tail pipes on a rock a few weeks back. I didn’t notice until a few days later was walking behind it and saw that they were almost completely flattened haha . I was able to heat them up red hot, and stuck a pipe in them and reamed them back out to circles lol

Was that Dirty Little Secret trail?

I'm adding an Atlas to mine and looking forward to trying it out. Always enjoy your videos.

Almost the same as the 2 low kit on my yj but i only have 1 lever,badass im definitely gona do this ,aswome video 👍

How did you hook your batteries up so you can jump the main with a push of a button?

Great video as usual. Can you make a video about how your coil overs handle bumps and small whoops Id like to see a little more faster moving wheeling from this Jeep because I want to see that suspension really workin

Good stuff Ben. Id say when you get a med kit, open it.up and be familiar with how to use the stuff. Maybe take an offroad 1st aid class if available in one's area.👍 🫡

Thank you. Helpful content.

Safety is first

Remember u don’t neeed a 392 to wheel or spend 150000 plus

Siiiick

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Wow super 😊😊

This is awesome! When I search JT rock crawling this is the type of stuff I’m searching for. YT take notes 📝

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I've had an Atlas for 10 years. You mention near the end just lifting off the throttle. This is exactly how I do it to engage/disengage the front axle, it works at any speed. Additionally, I follow your procedure going from low to high except I don't have to tap the brakes. If you are stopped you can shift the front (or rear if you are in low) in and out using the Atlas process that you described. I try to be in 4wd when approaching an obstacle so it's rarely an issue. It's generally easier to pull it 'out' of gear when stopped/stuck. It's impossible to go into front only when in high, there is a lock out. Also, every once in a while I don't realize I am in 4wd when going from low to high or high to low. It won't allow you to shift into both but I have sometimes fought it a bit till I realized the mistake I was making. If you are in Front low/rear low you have to go front neutral then rear to high. I tend to leave mine in low rear wheel drive for most of the trail, it make steering a bit easier. Mine is a 2.0 but it's also a 4 speed so putzing around in 2 to 1 is fine, and a lot of fun in washes. I know you don't have the 4speed but the really confusing part is the planetary gear for the 4 speed requires that you are completely stopped and in neutral. They take a bit of getting used to but I wouldn't give mine up.

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Pass

So many issues with jeeps. They should all run with a team of Toyota recovery vehicles. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Where is this?

You have probably realized by now the ARB air lockers are the way to go!!!

Love your rig. Looks like you daily drive it! Curious what you get for fuel economy? 15 mpg?

So what about if your in the rocks crawling in need to do a 2wd front dig where you unlock the rear but you can't go 5mph and your stuck and you have to spin the front around to get a better line

Man love the look of your 392. Can’t wait until mine has that Beast look. Well done sir 👍🏻

Enjoyed the video budz , first time viewer of your channel . Can you give us some details on your build ? Particularly your armor ? Rock rails , flares & bumpers ? Thanks